Conversations with UAIC

By University of Auckland Investment Club

The University of Auckland Investment Club was founded in 2009 and is a student-run incorporated society. We welcome members from all academic backgrounds and stages at the University of Auckland.

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The podcast currently has 5 episodes available.

Conversations with UAIC episodes:

October 13, 2023Episode 5 - Keddy Shen
In this episode, we chat with Keddy Shen, a Senior DevOps Engineer at MYOB. Keddy provides his insights on a range of topics, including:
Pathways into a career in technology

Working in Australia

The impact of AI and machine learning
We hope you enjoy! Please get in touch if you have any feedback or suggestions.
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24min
August 21, 2023Episode 4 - Zoe Wallis
In this episode, we chat with Zoe Wallis, an Investment Strategist at Forsyth Barr. Zoe provides her insights on a range of topics, including:
What an economist does

The current state of financial markets & macroeconomic climate

How university students should approach investing

How to best prepare for a career in finance and economics
We hope you enjoy! Please get in touch if you have any feedback or suggestions.
Please note that the information contained in this episode is for general information and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to constitute legal or financial advice and does not take your individual circumstances and financial situation into account. We encourage you to seek assistance from a trusted financial adviser, legal or other professional advice.
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27min
July 27, 2023Episode 3 - Victoria Harris
In this episode, we chat with Victoria Harris, one of the co-founders of The Curve. Victoria provides her insights on a range of topics, including:
The background and motivations behind starting the Curve

How to navigate imposter syndrome as a young New Zealand entrepreneur

Advice to young females looking to enter the finance industry

Personal investing and KiwiSaver tips and tricks
Please note that the information contained in this episode is for general information and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to constitute legal or financial advice and does not take your individual circumstances and financial situation into account. We encourage you to seek assistance from a trusted financial adviser, legal or other professional advice.
We hope you enjoy! Please get in touch if you have any feedback or suggestions.
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30min
June 06, 2023Episode 2 - Riki Fujii-Rajani
In this episode, we chat to another club alumni, Riki Fujii-Rajani. Riki is a current Master of Public Policy student at the University of Chicago and Senior Analyst at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. Riki provides her insights on a range of topics, including:
Different career paths available for Economics students

Her experience studying a Masters degree and living in the US

Choosing to go into Economics rather than practicing Law

Career advice to students and the value of being part of UAIC
We hope you enjoy! Please get in touch if you have any feedback or suggestions.
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25min
May 17, 2023Episode 1 - Marco Wong
In this episode, we chat to one of the Co-Founders of UAIC, Marco Wong. Marco provides his insights on a range of topics, including:
A breakdown of the finance industry and his work experience

His experience pursuing a Masters degree and CFA

The benefits and drawbacks of working in New Zealand and Australia

General career advice for students
We hope you enjoy! Please get in touch if you have any feedback or suggestions.
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35min

FAQs about Conversations with UAIC:

How many episodes does Conversations with UAIC have?

The podcast currently has 5 episodes available.